Within Reason
#52 Jonathan Pageau - The Problem With Secular Architecture
Jan 20, 2024
French Canadian icon carver Jonathan Pageau discusses the representation of divine figures in art, the perception of brutalist buildings, biases towards old and new architecture, icons and idols, the complex connection between sexuality, religion, and evolutionary biology, and the importance of religious symbols and the misunderstanding of ancient ways of thinking.
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- Religious discussions often result in polarization and talking past each other, which is unhelpful.
- Images in religious traditions, particularly icons, are seen as a means to manifest the divine in the world.
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Skepticism about engaging in religious discussions
The guest initially expressed skepticism about engaging in religious discussions due to past experiences where conversations often resulted in talking past each other. This led to increased polarization and was deemed unhelpful.
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